Contact: Mike Horyczun
Director of Public Relations
(203) 413-6735
For Immediate Release
October 8, 2009
Alexander Calder: Printmaker
October 31, 2009 – January 31, 2010
Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT 06830
Exhibition Programs
Film Series
Wednesdays, November 4, 18, December 9, 10:30 a.m.
A three-part series of films: the first two films feature the life and work of the artist, and the final film is an
exclusive screening of the PBS documentary film, All About Prints, an in-depth exploration of the fine art
medium of printmaking. Films are free with Museum admission and are followed by coffee and
discussion.
November 4 – Alexander Calder – American Masters Series (60 min.)
November 18 – Calder’s Circus (19 min.) and Mobile by Alexander Calder (24 min.)
December 9 – All About Prints (56 min.)
Calder Family Day
Sunday, November 22, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
A fun-filled day focusing on the art of one of America’s most beloved artists, Alexander Calder. There
will be a gallery hunt through the exhibition and art-making activities in the workshop. At 3:00 p.m.
Carlton van Pyrz will perform his family show Calder Re-Wired. This interactive performance features
elements of Calder’s famous Circus, his wire sculpture, mobiles and stabiles. Mask, mime and puppetry
bring the art work of Alexander Calder to life! All activities are suitable for people of all abilities ages 5
years and up, and are free with Museum admission.
Teacher’s Workshop
Tuesday, December 1, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Workshop includes staff tours of the exhibition followed by the presentation of school program and
teacher’s materials. Curriculum connections to art and language arts will be highlighted. Student docent
information will also be available. (.1 CEU) Open to schoolteachers only. For reservations, call (203)
413-6744.
Afternoon Art Lecture and Tea: Calder in Connecticut
Wednesday, December 2, 1:30 p.m.
Eric Zafran, The Susan Morse Hilles Curator of European Art at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of
Art, and curator of the 2000 landmark exhibition Calder in Connecticut, will speak on Calder’s life and
work here in Connecticut. The lecture will be followed by a tea reception and tours of the exhibition.
Advance reservations required, members $15, non-members $25, by sending check or credit card # with
expiration date to: Calder in CT Art Tea, Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT 06830.
Please include your name and phone number. Sorry, no phone reservations or refunds. Please note the
reservation deadline is Friday, November 27.
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Afternoon Panel Discussion: Authenticity Issues with Fine Art Prints
Wednesday, December 16, 2:00 p.m.
In order to better understand fine art prints, the Museum presents an interactive panel discussion
featuring several professionals who encounter the issues and questions that arise when creating,
collecting, selling and documenting fine art prints. Panelists to include:
Eli Klein – Executive Director of Eli Klein Fine Art, New York, collector and art dealer.
Roberta Waddell – Former Curator of Prints (retired), New York Public Library
Anthony Kirk -- Artistic Director/Master Printer from the Center for Contemporary Printmaking in
Norwalk.
Members $5, non-members $10, at the door. For advance reservations, call (203) 869-0376.
Vacation Workshop: Printmaking Studio
Monday – Thursday, December 28, 29, 30, 31, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Inclusive, hands-on art workshops for students in grades 1 – 3, who will explore the exhibition, and then
work on related printmaking projects.
Monday: Gyotaku – Japanese Fish Printing
Tuesday: Scratch Board Printing
Wednesday: Silk Screen Printing
Thursday: Monotype Prints
Each workshop is a complete program, but the four projects are complementary. These inclusive
workshops are suitable for students of all abilities. For information call the Education Department (203)
413-6740. Members $5, non-members $7, per child, per day. Includes all materials. Reservations are
required for each day by calling the Museum (203) 869-0376.
The Bruce Museum is located at 1 Museum Drive in Greenwich, Connecticut, near Interstate-95, Exit 3,
and a short walk from the Greenwich, CT train station. Museum hours are: Tuesday through Saturday 10
a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission: $7 for
adults, $6 for seniors and students, and free for children under five and members. Free admission to all
on Tuesdays. Groups of eight or more require advance reservations. Museum exhibition tours are held
Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Free, on-site parking is available. The Bruce Museum is accessible to individuals
with disabilities. For information, call the Bruce Museum at (203) 869-0376, or visit the Bruce Museum
website at www.brucemuseum.org.
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